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6. SETTING THE MOWER
Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make
a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of
uneven terrain. NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most
damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may
cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height
which causes the blades to contact the ground. OPS-U- 0010
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up
to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious
injury or even death.
6.1 Setting Mower Height- Lift Type
1.
Park the tractor and mower on level ground.
2.
Using the 3-point hitch control lever, position
the front of the mower with its side skids 1"
less off the ground than desired cut height.
For example, for a 3" cut, position the skids 2"
from the ground. Set the 3-point control lever
stop at this position to maintain this height
when raising and lowering the mower.
3.
Shut down the tractor and remove the key.
4.
Level the mower deck front to rear by
extending or retracting the 3-point top link.
5.
Level the mower side to side by manipulating
one lower lift arm length. On most tractors, at
least one of the lift arms is designed to allow
for manipulation of its length. Shortening or
extending will allow for deck leveling from
side to side.
6.
Securely block up the mower at this height.
7.
Remove the bolts securing the tailwheel
beam support
tailwheel(s) to rest at ground level. Align
beam and positioning bracket holes with
closest set of holes in support brackets and
reinstall securing the beam(s) in position.
Tighten all bolts and nuts.
A96B 03/06
© 2006 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
(SG-14)
brackets and allow the
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